Best Cheap Eats This Week | Save 50% at Domino’s & Papa John’s, Get $10 Off Chipotle Meal Kits & More
We’re sharing the best cheap eats of the week! Don’t miss these food deals!
Have you been wondering, “Where are the best cheap eats near me?” We compiled a list of our favorite restaurants and cheap fast-food deals for this coming week. Plus, head over here for fast food meals for $5 or less!
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Here are a few of our favorite current & upcoming cheap eats and food deals:
Golden Corral: All-you-can-eat Kids Buffet + Drink just $2.50 Through August 30th!
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday through August 30th, head to Golden Corral where kids ages 4-12 can enjoy an all-you-can-eat Kids Buffet plus a drink for just $2.50 with the purchase of an adult or senior buffet on the same ticket. Even better, this offer is available during breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
QDOBA: BOGO Entrée w/ Drink Purchase Through August 1st!
Through August 1st only, QDOBA Rewards Members (free to join) can score a Free Entrée with Purchase of an Entrée & Drink when they use the coupon found inside their account – to celebrate National Avocado Day!
Just open your app and click on the “rewards” section to apply your coupon to your online order or scan the barcode in store. Note that quesadillas are not included.
Buy 2 QDOBA Burritos or Bowls as low as $10.59 each
Buy 1 Regular Fountain Drink $2.60
Total = $23.78
Use your BOGO reward
Final cost $13.19 total!
*Note that pricing may vary by location.
Chipotle: FREE Chips & Guac w/ An Entrée Purchase Through August 1st!
Through August 1st, Chipotle is offering FREE Chips & Guac w/ an entrée purchase when you use promo code AVO2026 at checkout online or in the app to celebrate National Avocado Day!
Buy Chipotle Entrée as low as $10.80
Buy Side Chips & Guac $5.20
Total = $16
Use promo code AVO2026
Final cost $10.80!
*Note that prices may vary by location.
If you’re feeding a family, for a limited time, you can score $10 off their Build-Your-Own Chipotle Kit order with promo code TRYBYOC in the Chipotle app or on their website. Price and availability may vary by location.
These digital-only family meals serve 4–6 and are ready in as little as 15 minutes, so they are perfect for holiday gatherings.
Dominos: 50% Off ALL Pizzas Through August 2nd
Through August 2nd, head to Domino’s and score 50% off ALL menu-priced pizzas when you order online – just click on the “50% off all pizzas” banner to start adding your pizzas, and the discount will automatically apply at checkout.
This promotion applies to ALL menu-priced pizzas, including specialty pizzas and all 6 crust types! Note that some toppings, sauces, and premium items may come with an additional charge.
Applebee’s: $1 Margaritas Are Back Through July 31st!
For the entire month of July, Applebee’s has brought back its legendary Dollarita – a signature $1 Margarita made with tequila, triple sec, and lime!
These $1 drinks are available all day, every day throughout the month, for dine-in only.
For a limited time, head to Applebee’s and take advantage of the return of their 2 for $25 menu! Enjoy one full-size appetizer, including the NEW Bacon Cheeseburger Wonton Tacos, plus two entrées for just $25!
Papa John’s: 50% Off Papa Johns Pizzas Through August 16th
Through August 16th, Papa John’s is offering 50% off all regular menu price pizzas when you carry out! There’s no coupon needed, as this discount automatically applies at checkout.
Papa John’s Large Pizza as low as $16.79
Opt for carryout
Less 50% off carryout offer
Final cost $8.40!
*Note that pricing will vary by location, and the Epic Pepperoni-Stuffed Crust pizza is excluded.
Denny’s: Under $10 Budget Friendly Meal Deals
Head over to Denny’s for a new selection of meal deals for under $10 and available all day, every day!
Check out these slammin’ new budget-friendly meals…
- 2-Egg Breakfast Slam
- Everyday Value Slam
- Two Meat Scrambler
- Super Slam
- Grand Slam Burrito
- Country Fried Steak
- Classic Burger w/ Fries
- BLT&E Slamwich
Cold Stone Creamery: RARE $5 Off Coupon Through July 31st
Through July 31st, Cold Stone Creamery My Cold Stone Club Rewards Members (free to join) can score $5 off an order of $10 or more. To score this offer, text LOVEIT26 to 568348 and the offer will be uploaded to your rewards account.
Hip Tip: Not a rewards member yet? Sign up during July, and you’ll receive an additional $5 reward, making this an even sweeter deal!
Buffalo Wild Wings: Pick 6 Meal for Two
Date night just got budget-friendly! For a limited time, Buffalo Wild Wings is offering their Pick 6 Meal for Two for only $19.99! You’ll get 2 entrees, two sides, and 2 drinks! *Note that price may vary by location.
Subway: BOGO Free Footlongs Through July 31st
Through July 31st only, head over to Subway and check your account, as select Sub Club Rewards Members (free to join) may have received an offer for buy one, get one free footlongs!
Buy 2 Subway Footlongs as low as $9.89 each
Total = $19.78
Use the buy one, get one free footlong reward (exp 7/31)
Final cost $9.89 total – just $4.95 each!
*Note that prices may vary by location.
Through August 19th, head to Subway where you can now upgrade any meal to a Moana Movie Meal Deal for just $1 and collect one of five limited-edition Moana cups! 
Plus, you can scan the QR code on the cup and upload an image of your receipt to score a promo code to save $15 off Fandango movie tickets to see Disney’s live-action Moana in theaters starting July 10th – up to five codes per household!
Chili’s: Crispy Chicken Sandwich, App, & Drink Only $10.99
Head to Chili’s where you can save big by ordering off their 3 for Me Menu! Plus, they have added the Big Crispy and the new Spicy Big Crispy Chicken Sandwich to the lineup! And as always, an appetizer and a drink are included too, starting at just $10.99!
Olive Garden: Lunches from $9.99 Delivered
Head on over to Olive Garden where they are offering 10 Lunch-Sized Favorite Meals for as low as $9.99!
Note that lunch Items are available Mon-Fri until 3PM, and may vary by location.
Discounted Restaurant Gift Cards: $50 eGift Card Only $43
For a limited time, head to Giftory.com where you can score select restaurant eGift Card for just $43 when you use our exclusive promo codes at checkout!
$50 Cheesecake Factory Gift Card $47.50
Use promo code CF43
Final cost $43!
Plus, grab the following $50 gift cards for $43 or less with these promo codes:
- RL43 – Red Lobster
- 5GUYS43 – Five Guys
- TXRH43 – Texas Roadhouse
- DBGAME42 – Dave & Busters
Hip Tip: After you make the purchase, you will receive an email containing your Giftory voucher. Follow the directions to redeem your Giftory voucher, and you’ll then be issued a Texas Roadhouse gift card via email, which you can use at over 680 locations nationwide for dine-in or pickup.
Gifting to someone? Select “This is a gift for someone else” from the cart page, and then select “e-voucher gift” – which can be emailed to your recipient instantly or at a specific date/time.
Edible Arrangements: FREE Chocolate-Dipped Fruit Cone
For a limited time, head over to Edible Arrangements where you can score a coupon for a FREE chocolate-dipped fruit cone ($9.99 value) when you join their email list – no purchase required!
Just head to the sign-up link and enter your info. Once the offer email arrives, take it to your local Edible Arrangements store to redeem your code and grab your free treat. Choose from fresh chocolate-dipped strawberries, apples, or bananas.
Note that this offer is valid in-store only and expires 1 month after the date you receive it. If the “submit” button is greyed out for you, try from another browser or device.
Panera: Save with $4.99 Mix & Match Menu
Craving comfort food? Panera’s Mix & Match menu lets you choose from 10 popular soups, salads, and sandwiches for just $4.99 each. Mix, match, and enjoy a meal that truly fills you up.
Buy Toasted Italiano Half Sandwich $7.69
Buy Fuji Apple Chicken Salad $6.79
Total = $14.48
Less $4.99 each when you buy 2+
Final cost $9.98 total – just $4.99 each!
Red Robin: NEW Value Menu
For a limited time, Red Robin is also serving up the Big Yummm Burger Deal for just $9.99. This meal deal includes a Red’s Double Tavern Burger, choice of bottomless side AND bottomless beverage – it’s available for dine-in all day, every day at participating restaurants. You can also score it to-go, but you can’t get a bottomless drink or side, just the one serving.
Note that these meals will be available for dine-in only at participating locations.
Note – For an extra price, you can upgrade to options like bottomless Specialty Lemonades, Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberry Milkshakes, bottomless Root Beer Floats, premium sides like Garlic Parmesan Fries and Sweet Potato Fries, and burger add-ons.
What cheap eats are always available? Score these food deals today or any day…
Sam’s Club Pizza & Drink
If you’re looking for the best cheap fast food deals, look no further than the Sam’s Club food court. You can get a ton of tasty food items at Sam’s Club for under $5, including their popular pizza and drink combo. It costs just $2.50, and you’ll receive a 16″ slice of pizza and a soft drink!
For a limited time, select members can score a FREE Hot Dog Combo by opening the app and answering four trivia questions, and no need to get them all right! 🌭🥤
The freebie will be added to your Sam’s membership within 1–3 weeks and will apply automatically at checkout or with Scan & Go. It includes a Member’s Mark ¼-lb hot dog and a 30oz soda, and you’ll have 60 days to redeem once it’s loaded.
Costco Hot Dog & Drink
Costco members can find cheap eats and food deals at the Costco food court. They have affordable AND delicious food options for under $5. One of our favorites is the hot dog and drink combo. It costs just $1.50, and the price hasn’t changed since 1984!
Costco Chicken Bake
Another of our favorite fast food deals is also from the Costco food court. Costco’s famous Chicken Bake costs $3.99 as it’s made with fresh ingredients like chicken breast, cheese, bacon, and Caesar dressing wrapped up in leftover pizza dough. That’s one of the good food deals you can get right now!
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